[Pax25]

Glad to see a sub-forum for this. Not a bad first attempt, but definitely some improvements needed:

1) I know this may take quite a bit of effort, but I think you could solve the puck covering the numbers problem if the the puck hovered over the outside of the square. Not only would you be able to see the number, but you'd also get the effect of the puck moving from forehand to backhand / left to right, etc.

Right now, it's extremely difficult for me to see who has the puck (especially on fast mode). It's like playing some lightning quick memory game of which player wasn't covered last. I'm not really getting the full picture of who's doing what because of this. Also, the game seems more like a basketball or rugby game with people "carrying" the puck around.

2) Game definitely needs various "highlight modes".

3) Would be nice to have a rectangular overlay along the bottom that is somewhat transparent that gives you the basic stats of the game and which offensive lines and defensive pairings are on the ice for each team at all times. I suppose people could turn it on and off if they don't like it (think Football Manager here).

4) While I'm at it, I think I'm seeing too many instances when 3 players are rushing and surrounding the puck carrier. (I think you mentioned before that you'd like to see things more spread out.)

Thanks.